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Tata Institute of Social Sciences withdraws decision of sacking over 100 employees, including teachers

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Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has withdrawn its decision to terminate the contracts of over 100 teaching and non-teaching staff members

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The Science of Procrastination: A Neuroscientist’s Guide to Getting Things Done

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Understanding the reasons behind our procrastination can help us regain productivity. Procrastination, the intentional yet harmful delay of tasks, manifests in various forms. Sahiti Chebolu...

The Science of Dogs

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We explore a boom in research into our furry friends.

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Obi donates N10m to College of Nursing Sciences

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…As cleric says he remains role model to youths, political class Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party

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Mass Termination at TISS: Around 100 Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff Terminated Across Tata Institute of Social Sciences

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The Tata Institute of Social Sciences finds itself embroiled in controversy as nearly 100 teaching and non-teaching staff members face abrupt termination, with their contracts ending today, on June 30.

Peter Obi Charges Physiology Graduates On Science And Society

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Former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, has urged graduates of Physiology to build bridges between science and society, emphasizing the need for a well-rounded education that combines science with philosophy and the arts.…

How science went to the dogs (and cats)

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Just a few decades ago, many researchers considered pets to be deeply unserious subjects. (“I didn’t want to study dogs,” said Alexandra Horowitz, who has since become a prominent researcher in the field of canine cognition.) Today,…

How Science Went to the Dogs (and Cats)

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Pets were once dismissed as trivial scientific subjects. Today, companion animal science is hot.

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The science behind splashdown

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For about 15 minutes on July 21, 1961, American astronaut Gus Grissom felt at the top of the world - and indeed he was.

Saturday, Jun 29

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Great science, uncomfortable history: Sir Gustav Nossal and the long tail of eugenics

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Book says one of Australia’s most eminent scientists promoted discussion of eugenics in the 1960s and 70s, but not that he supported racist ideas – and researchers praise his thorough commitment to reconciliation and racial justice

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Science & Medicine: Help for women's pelvic health disorders

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Pelvic health disorders can disrupt women's quality of life. The conditions might be considered common and inevitable, but they should not be ignored.

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India News | Centre of Excellence in Forensic Science to Be Set Up in Haryana; MoU Signed with NFSU

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed the establishment of a training institute at the Centre of Excellence for laboratory testing facilities in forensic science, which is to be…

Extreme wildfires have doubled in just 20 years—here's the science

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It feels like we are getting used to the Earth being on fire. Recently, more than 70 wildfires burned simultaneously in Greece. In early 2024, Chile suffered its worst wildfire season in history, with more than 130 people killed. Last year…

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India News | Haryana Govt Signs MoU with National Forensic Sciences University to Build Centre of Excellence in State

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Ministers Manohar Lal Khattar, Dharmendra Pradhan and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini were present at the event.

The Science of Pet Ownership Needs a Reality Check

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Animal companions don’t always produce health benefits for their humans.

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The importance of Social Sciences today

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The Social Sciences help students leverage knowledge to create positive change and improve the well-being of individuals and communities

Creativity Room initiative boosts economic potential of B40 and M40 groups, says deputy science minister

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SANDAKAN, June 29 — The Creativity Room (RDC) initiative is poised to have a significant impact by leveraging science...

Science News | Study Finds How Depictions of Depression Are Misleading

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Get latest articles and stories on Science at LatestLY. According to a recent study conducted in Finland, people frequently receive inaccurate information on depression. The researchers claim that people find it more difficult to…

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DR RICHARD VINEY: I'm a sexual health expert... and here's what science has discovered about how long men REALLY last in bed

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Studies suggest men last 10 minutes on average. But Dr Richard Viney, a consultant urological surgeon in Birmingham said premature or delayed ejaculation is a 'social construct'.